30 days, 1 dress: Day 1 The blank canvas

To ease into the process, my first look is straightforward: The only thing my blank-canvas LBD needs is a scene-stealing necklace and dramatic platforms. The next time you’re faced with the dreaded “closet full but nothing to wear” syndrome, think of this winning combination. It is highly recommended for any occasion, from an office party to a night out with the girls.

Dress: American Apparel

Necklace and ring: Swarovski

Shoes: Aldo

Contest:

Come see my daily looks (including Saturday and Sunday), and every Monday until December 17, vote for your favourite look of the week. You could win the American Apparel dress I’m wearing (a new one, not the one off my back!) plus a $200 gift card from American Apparel! You just have to follow LOULOU and American Apparel on Facebook (LOULOU / AA) or Twitter (LOULOU / AA) and tweet or mention the following (replace the “XX” with the number of the look you prefer):

This week, my fave look @americanapparel & @louloumagazine is number XX. #30days1dress

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